Nutritionist

Nestlé Purina; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 71,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with company match

Healthcare coverage

Competitive total rewards package

Job summary

Nestlé Purina is seeking a Nutritionist to join our Technical Application Group in St. Louis.

You will help develop and implement nutritional solutions for existing and new pet food products, refining formulations to meet standards and regulatory requirements. You will collaborate with QA, R&D, and marketing teams, conduct research on nutrition and ingredients, and stay current with industry regulations to support product development.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in animal nutrition, animal science, food science, or related field.
• 1+ year of experience in pet food nutrition, food development, or related discipline.

Responsibilities

• Assist in formulation of new pet food recipes and improve existing products.
• Research pet nutrition, ingredient functionality, and market trends to support development.
• Analyze product performance data and consumer feedback for improvements.
• Collaborate with QA to ensure nutritional claims and labels are accurate.
• Support senior nutritionists in coordinating projects and documenting results.
• Maintain knowledge of regulations and guidelines to inform product development.

Skills

Pet nutrition knowledge

Data analysis

Regulatory compliance

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Master's degree in animal nutrition or related field

Job description

Our roots were planted here in 1894, and we have since expanded to 24 manufacturing facilities nationwide. St. Louis, a hidden gem, offers a unique blend of big-city amenities and a small-town feel. Discover a rich culture, world-class schools, top-notch healthcare, and affordable living. With neighborhoods to suit every lifestyle, St. Louis is the perfect place to call home. Join us in this vibrant city, where we proudly work together to make a difference in the lives of people, our pets and the environment.

As a Nutritionist in our Technical Application Group (TAG), you’ll play a critical role in developing and implementing nutritional solutions for both existing and new pet food products. With your expertise, you’ll enhance product formulations, ensuring they meet nutritional standards and regulatory requirements.

• Assist in the formulation of new pet food recipes and improve existing products, ensuring compliance with set nutritional standards and regulations
• Conduct thorough research and analysis on pet nutrition, ingredient functionality, and market trends to support product development and formulation efforts
• Analyze product performance data and consumer feedback, providing actionable insights for product improvements and innovations
• Collaborate with the quality assurance team to ensure all nutritional claims and product labels are accurate and adhere to relevant regulations
• Participate in palatability testing and digestibility studies, gathering feedback and making recommendations for adjustments to formulations as needed
• Support senior nutritionists in coordinating projects, technical documentation, and communication with internal stakeholders, including marketing, research, and development teams
• Maintain the latest industry knowledge regarding regulations, nutritional guidelines, and best practices to inform contributions to product development

Requirements

• Master's degree in animal nutrition, animal science, food science, or a related field
• 1+ years of experience in pet food nutrition, food development, or related discipline

The approximate pay range for this position is $70,510 to $99,450. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including, but not limited to knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as geographic location.

Nestle offers performance-based incentives and a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k with company match, healthcare coverage, and a broad range of other benefits. Incentives and/or benefit packages may vary depending on the position.

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